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Software Security Courses

Software security courses can help you learn secure coding practices, vulnerability assessment, threat modeling, and incident response strategies. You can build skills in risk analysis, penetration testing, and implementing security protocols across various software environments. Many courses introduce tools like static and dynamic analysis software, intrusion detection systems, and security frameworks, showing how these tools enhance your ability to protect applications from potential threats.


Popular Software Security Courses and Certifications


  • B

    Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani

    General Physics

    Skills you'll gain: Physics, Mechanics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Vibrations, Physical Science, Engineering Analysis, Trigonometry, electromagnetics, Mathematical Theory & Analysis, Problem Solving, Science and Research, Analytical Skills, Computer Science, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Logical Reasoning, Research, Software Development, Critical Thinking

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • W

    Whizlabs

    Azure Identity, Governance, and Monitoring solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Microsoft Azure, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Solutions, Identity and Access Management, Cloud Management, Solution Architecture, Data Governance, Cloud Security, Cloud Computing Architecture, System Monitoring, Authorization (Computing), Authentications, Key Management

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Leading the Circular and Sustainable Business

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Business, Sustainability Reporting, Corporate Sustainability, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Sustainable Development, Sustainable Systems, Sustainability Standards, Business Reporting, Annual Reports, Strategic Leadership, Leadership, Social Impact, Organizational Structure, Climate Change Mitigation, Marketing Management, Accounting, Marketing, Communication

    Build toward a degree

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • A

    Amazon Web Services

    AWS Fundamentals Lab Series

    Skills you'll gain: Amazon CloudWatch, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Management, Amazon Web Services, Amazon S3, Cloud Computing, Data Migration, Cloud Security, Virtual Networking, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), MySQL, Systems Administration, Database Management, Network Security, Resource Management, Performance Analysis

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    LearnKartS

    AWS AI Practitioner Certification Prep

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Responsible AI, Prompt Engineering Tools, Computer Vision, Machine Learning Algorithms, Data Wrangling, Deep Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Cloud Security, Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud, Embeddings, Model Deployment, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Security, Amazon S3, Data Governance, Governance, Encryption, Public Cloud

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

  • I

    Illinois Tech

    Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1c

    Skills you'll gain: Virtualization, Cloud Computing, Virtual Machines, Cloud Services, Network Architecture, Computer Hardware, Operating Systems, Computer Displays, Mobile Development Tools, Wireless Networks, Android (Operating System), Apple iOS

    Build toward a degree

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Mastering Spring Framework

    Skills you'll gain: Spring Framework, Java, Dependency Analysis, Maintainability, Scalability, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Extensible Markup Language (XML), Software Design, Software Architecture, Testability

    3.4
    Rating, 3.4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • M

    Microsoft

    Deployment and DevOps

    Skills you'll gain: CI/CD, Azure DevOps, Continuous Integration, Cloud Deployment, Application Deployment, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Services, Continuous Deployment, DevOps, Cloud Applications, Cloud Security, Microsoft Copilot, System Monitoring, Debugging

    4.3
    Rating, 4.3 out of 5 stars
    ·
    14 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Michigan

    Environmental Economics

    Skills you'll gain: Sustainable Development, Sustainable Business, Environmental Policy, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Climate Change Mitigation, Cost Benefit Analysis, Economics, Oil and Gas, Policy Analysis, Supply And Demand, Market Analysis, Public Policies, Decision Making

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    25 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • C

    Coursera

    How to use Custom and Conditional Formatting in Excel

    Skills you'll gain: Microsoft Excel, Spreadsheet Software, Microsoft Office, Computer Literacy

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    107 reviews

    Intermediate · Guided Project · Less Than 2 Hours

  • C

    Coursera

    QA Process Optimization: Agile & Automated Testing

    Skills you'll gain: Software Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance, Test Automation, Test Tools, Test Script Development, Acceptance Testing, Agile Software Development, Test Case, Software Testing, Continuous Integration, User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Agile Methodology, User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, Automation, Analysis, Collaboration

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    8 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • P

    Packt

    Intro to IoT Pentesting

    Skills you'll gain: Open Web Application Security Project (OWASP), Exploit development, Exploitation techniques, Internet Of Things, Cyber Security Assessment, Vulnerability Scanning, Vulnerability Assessments, Test Tools, USB, Embedded Systems, Network Security, Test Equipment, General Networking, Serial Peripheral Interface

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular software security courses

  • General Physics: Birla Institute of Technology & Science, Pilani
  • Azure Identity, Governance, and Monitoring solutions : Whizlabs
  • Leading the Circular and Sustainable Business: University of Colorado Boulder
  • AWS Fundamentals Lab Series: Amazon Web Services
  • AWS AI Practitioner Certification Prep: LearnKartS
  • Introduction to Contemporary Operating Systems and Hardware 1c: Illinois Tech
  • Mastering Spring Framework: Board Infinity
  • Deployment and DevOps: Microsoft
  • Environmental Economics: University of Michigan
  • How to use Custom and Conditional Formatting in Excel: Coursera

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